Disruptive Behavior

Behavior that interferes with students, faculty or staff and their access to an appropriate educational or work environment is considered disruptive.

What are some examples of Disruptive Behavior?

• Yelling or screaming

• Persistent and unreasonable demands for time and attention/refusing to leave your office or class

• Words or actions that intimidate or harass another

• Words or actions that cause another to fear for his/her personal safety

• Threats of physical assault

What is my role?

Disruptive behavior should not be ignored. Remain calm. Remind yourself that it is not about you; it is about the situation.

If you are concerned for your safety or that of others, Call 911 immediately or the University Police at 301-405-3333 in emergencies: weapons, violence (including suicide threat or attempt), or property damage. When in doubt, make the call.